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I find the "Early Bird" options annoying. If a mug is $20, then sell it for that price to everyone.
I wonder if they changed some of their limits mid-release, so say going from 10 to 20 ten-packs (leaving the early people backing the more expensive options).
The other thing that has happened, say a person chose to change rewards (buy multi-pack), then their earlier selection becomes available.
So, right now there is a "super early bird single mug" available for $20, something that wasn't available after the first few hours of the original release.
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The early bird options are just like everything else. Register earlier for a bike ride event, and get a cheaper price. Buy an airline ticket farther in advance, get a cheaper price. Many things related to dates or events are generally more expensive closer to the actual date and/or event.
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It may help with planning a bit, but in the end, a $20 or $25 cup will cost the same amount to make.
Likewise, it will be the same to support a $50 or $60 rider on the next supported group ride. Perhaps the primary advantage is those that sign up early, then don't make it to the actual ride.
Of course, salespeople like mad purchases... rather than customers sleeping on a purchase. I get far too many "watch" items on my E-Bay list, but I might not have bought those anyway.
I highly detest the idea of riding on a jet, and each passenger pays a different amount. The only exception might be those last minute seat filling deals. If you want to wait till the last week to buy your Europe tour tickets, then you can get a discount... assuming there are available seats. Charging 3x for those last minute seats is silly and creates discontentment. And there is no reason to fly the plane half full because they chose to play with fares.
Likewise, it will be the same to support a $50 or $60 rider on the next supported group ride. Perhaps the primary advantage is those that sign up early, then don't make it to the actual ride.
Of course, salespeople like mad purchases... rather than customers sleeping on a purchase. I get far too many "watch" items on my E-Bay list, but I might not have bought those anyway.
I highly detest the idea of riding on a jet, and each passenger pays a different amount. The only exception might be those last minute seat filling deals. If you want to wait till the last week to buy your Europe tour tickets, then you can get a discount... assuming there are available seats. Charging 3x for those last minute seats is silly and creates discontentment. And there is no reason to fly the plane half full because they chose to play with fares.
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I went first to the home page to see the thread start. Saw this"
and couldn't resist this: "Brake are for fixie riders who would like to grow old."
And on topic: Mugs are better with handles. Yes, when the handles break off a favorite, I use it without. But its not the same.
Ben (who's been riding fixed for 40 years and still wants to grow old. Just not tomorrow.)
And on topic: Mugs are better with handles. Yes, when the handles break off a favorite, I use it without. But its not the same.
Ben (who's been riding fixed for 40 years and still wants to grow old. Just not tomorrow.)
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Well, the project missed Christmas 2016, but they're promising the mugs will be out in about another two weeks...
Well, maybe we'll see them by the end of October... Maybe.
Well, maybe we'll see them by the end of October... Maybe.
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I went first to the home page to see the thread start. Saw this"
and couldn't resist this: "Brake are for fixie riders who would like to grow old."
And on topic: Mugs are better with handles. Yes, when the handles break off a favorite, I use it without. But its not the same.
Ben (who's been riding fixed for 40 years and still wants to grow old. Just not tomorrow.)
and couldn't resist this: "Brake are for fixie riders who would like to grow old."
And on topic: Mugs are better with handles. Yes, when the handles break off a favorite, I use it without. But its not the same.
Ben (who's been riding fixed for 40 years and still wants to grow old. Just not tomorrow.)
There two types of fixie riders: young riders who think brakes are for old riders, and riders with brakes who have managed to grow old
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I was into Nalgene well before they were a fad. I used them backpacking and as a chemist they are fairly ubiquitous. My collection peaked in about 2004, I tended to find them littered on the road or at playgrounds. I only bought three out of maybe 8 in my lifetime. My current Nalgene is from well before BPA was worried about in the media.
I am also into the tried and true items. Cast iron FTW. I used to get so mad after my accident when my frying pan was ruined due to my in laws constantly soaking with soap. I even found it in the dishwasher once!!
I am also into the tried and true items. Cast iron FTW. I used to get so mad after my accident when my frying pan was ruined due to my in laws constantly soaking with soap. I even found it in the dishwasher once!!
Cheap oven safe nonstick pans from here on out.
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I find that cast iron is not really nonstick, like for frying eggs, unless you use a LOT of fat (in which case it's the fat is doing the nonstick work, not the pan). If you are experiencing "flaking off" with your cast iron, I think you're doing it wrong. I've never seen that.
Most commonly I'll make a dry-fried (toasted I guess) quesadilla, then serve it on a plate smothered in sour cream and salsa, to eat with a fork and knife. Or chopped potatoes tossed with oil, salt, rosemary, heated on the stove while the oven is preheating, then slide into the oven to roast @ 450 for like 30-40 minutes. Add garlic near the end, it will burn if it roasts for too long. I've also had success with the cast iron as a vessel for deep dish pizza.
We also have a cast iron griddle that covers two burners that we use for pancakes, a little pam sprayed on and it works great. And dutch oven that is used mostly for stews and works great for dutch baby.
I found this interesting:
The Truth About Cast Iron Pans: 7 Myths That Need To Go Away | Serious Eats
See especially "Myth #3: My well-seasoned cast iron pan is as non-stick as any non-stick pan out there."
Most commonly I'll make a dry-fried (toasted I guess) quesadilla, then serve it on a plate smothered in sour cream and salsa, to eat with a fork and knife. Or chopped potatoes tossed with oil, salt, rosemary, heated on the stove while the oven is preheating, then slide into the oven to roast @ 450 for like 30-40 minutes. Add garlic near the end, it will burn if it roasts for too long. I've also had success with the cast iron as a vessel for deep dish pizza.
We also have a cast iron griddle that covers two burners that we use for pancakes, a little pam sprayed on and it works great. And dutch oven that is used mostly for stews and works great for dutch baby.
I found this interesting:
The Truth About Cast Iron Pans: 7 Myths That Need To Go Away | Serious Eats
See especially "Myth #3: My well-seasoned cast iron pan is as non-stick as any non-stick pan out there."
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Dude, have you tried a carbon fiber frying pan? So light, and the power (heat?) transfer is amazing. I just hope it doesn't assplode in my hands while I'm using it
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I take my cast iron on kayak trips? Depending on the hike I would consider it as well.
@RubeRad I used a knife to check a sausage in my carbon fiber pan and I scraped the surface. The next egg crack cause the pan to asplose all over the room leaving carbom fiber darts in any surface in its path.
Any who my eggs are better with butter. I have also taken to baking my bacon and not using my frying pan. Now I have a big jar of grease I want to use to lube my chains. Hmmm.
@RubeRad I used a knife to check a sausage in my carbon fiber pan and I scraped the surface. The next egg crack cause the pan to asplose all over the room leaving carbom fiber darts in any surface in its path.
Any who my eggs are better with butter. I have also taken to baking my bacon and not using my frying pan. Now I have a big jar of grease I want to use to lube my chains. Hmmm.
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lol, we also save all our bacon grease, so there's always a mason jar in the fridge, that's always what I fry my eggs in, but on teflon. I'm always kind of disappointed because it smells like bacon when cooking, but food cooked in bacon grease never tastes at all like bacon (to me). It's like drinking herbal tea. It smells great, and tastes like hot water. I dunno, maybe I'm taste-blind.
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@RubeRad I used a knife to check a sausage in my carbon fiber pan and I scraped the surface. The next egg crack cause the pan to asplose all over the room leaving carbom fiber darts in any surface in its path.
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Here I go deeper into my old man forest grumbling for kids to get off my yard and how the good ole days were easier.
Regarding bacon grease. I don't use it for my eggs but anytime I sear meat I use it. It give a nice browned surface and a great taste. Mmm seared meat. I made a delicious maple bourbon pork loin this week. That is dinner tonight.
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Protip: grilled cheese with bacon grease instead of butter gets a crunchier crisp, and gives you a longer window of inattention before burning (I find with butter the window between unmelted cheese and burnt bread is about 5ms)
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I suspect the longer smoke/burn point is due to the fact you've rendered the grease from the original cooking process.
I make my eggs with a bit of olive oil to dissolve the turmeric then I add chipotle powder, mashed garlic (smushed with the side of the knife using oil and salt), and finally tarragon. Mix it up then mix in the eggs. I love the flavor profile of those spices in the egg. My 2 year old loves the spice.
My Sunday morning mainstay when guests are over is done in my cast iron pan. It is a caramel apple puff pancake. Sugar and butter in the pan to make a just browned soft caramel. Add apple slices, cook a few minutes. Add batter put in a hot oven, 400°F to 450°C, cook until done. Take out and turn out onto plate. Serve with powdered sugar, maple syrup, and apple sauce. Amazing. Guests love it since it looks fancy but is easy peasy.
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chipotle garlic turmeric tarragon eggs and caramel apple puff pancake sound great! I will try to remember to grab some tarragon next time I'm at the store. For the pancake, you use just any pancake batter, enough to cover the apples?
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I've been using cast iron frying pans for the past 40 years. Not a whole lot of meat though. I just use plenty of plain virgin olive oil. Figure it isn't going to hurt me. Pans clean up fast with water and get hung up still slightly wet. I guess I never got the message this was hard.
I guess I do the seasoning routine with new pans. Been so long since I bought one that I have no idea what I did.
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I guess I do the seasoning routine with new pans. Been so long since I bought one that I have no idea what I did.
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Preheat oven to 425°F
Slice apples.
In frying pan melt 1/3ish cup of butter
Add 1/3ish cup of sugar
Stir. Add apple slices in a nice pattern when sugar butter begins to lightly brown. At this point I usually sit off the heat but leave the pan on the burner (I use electric so you may want to just lower gas heat and don't forget about it).
Beat well 3 or 4 eggs.
Add 1 cup milk
Add 2 teaspoons baking powder
Add 2 tablespoons sugar
Add 1 cup flour (I use a gluten free flour blend).
Mix well.
Add to hot pan.
Put in oven.
Cook 18 to 20 minutes.
This is my lazy breakfast.
To do a proper puff pancake separate the egg whites and omit the baking powder. Whip the eg whites and fold them into the batter just before baking.
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How do you put it on the bike?
I assume that was already asked, I'm late.
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One could have designed it with the brake lever open, with the right size and bumps to fit into a cage. Maybe the next generation.
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Thanks for the cooking tips, folks. I had a grilled cheese for breakfast as a result of the inspiration.
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Tuna salad for the toasted cheese bread:
Cut up some onion and dill pickle in a small bowl. Pour in an extra bit of the pickle juice, squeeze in some mayo and mix in some black pepper and celery seed to make a dressing. Mash a drained can of albacore tuna into the dressing.
Cut up some onion and dill pickle in a small bowl. Pour in an extra bit of the pickle juice, squeeze in some mayo and mix in some black pepper and celery seed to make a dressing. Mash a drained can of albacore tuna into the dressing.
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